Especificaciones y análisis del Abarth 500
Power
135HP
Torque
206Nm
Consumption
6.5l/100
Emissions
155g/km
0-100 km/h
7.9s
Top Speed
205km/h
Weight
1005kg
Price
18,990€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
185 L
- L
99 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Abarth 500 1.4 16v T-Jet 135 CV (2010-2012)
General description
The 2010 Abarth 500 is not just a car; it's a statement of intent. Based on the iconic Fiat 500, the scorpion brand injects a massive dose of venom and sportiness to create a small pocket rocket. With its 135-horsepower 1.4 T-Jet engine, this Abarth revives the spirit of pure hot hatches, promising strong emotions in a very small package full of Italian character.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Abarth 500 is a visceral experience. The turbo engine pushes with surprising energy from low revs, accompanied by the addictive backfire of its exhaust. Its 1005 kg weight is felt in every corner, offering go-kart-like agility that brings an instant smile to your face. The suspension is firm, communicating every detail of the asphalt, and the 5-speed manual gearbox makes you part of a pure, unfiltered driving experience. It's not a car for relaxed travel; it's a machine designed to feel speed and devour mountain roads.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics are a perfect duality between the charm of the Fiat 500 and the aggressiveness of Abarth. The widened bumpers, 16-inch wheels, dual exhaust, and unmistakable scorpion logos transform its silhouette. Inside, the racing atmosphere continues with body-hugging sports seats, a specific steering wheel, and the turbo boost gauge presiding over the dashboard. It's a design that leaves no one indifferent, a small object of desire that screams sportiness from every angle.
Technology and features
In an era where technology focused on driving, the Abarth 500 shines for its mechanical engineering. The heart is its T-Jet engine, a gem of turbocharging. Beyond screens, its key technology is the TTC (Torque Transfer Control) system, an electronic differential that improves traction when exiting corners, allowing you to harness every one of the 135 horsepower. The electric power steering and oversized disc brakes complete a package whose sole mission is to maximize driving sensations.
Competition
At its launch, this little scorpion faced other giants in mini format. The MINI Cooper S was its most direct rival, offering superior finish quality but with a perhaps less visceral character. The Renault Twingo RS and the Suzuki Swift Sport also played in the same league, each with its own interpretation of driving fun. However, the Abarth always stood out for its intoxicating sound and its unmistakable, passionate Italian design.
Conclusion
The Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 135 HP is a purely emotional purchase. It's an imperfect car if you judge it with your head: it's small, its trunk is limited, and its suspension isn't the most comfortable. But if you judge it with your heart, it's perfect. It's a smile generator, an antidote to boredom behind the wheel, and a rolling tribute to racing history. A car that not only takes you places but makes you feel alive on the journey.